Longboat Key is located in the southeastern state of Florida. It is a town that is part of both Sarasota and Manatee counties on the state's central western coast. Longboat Key is close to noteworthy area attractions, such as Lake Manatee State Park, Anna Maria Island and the De Soto National Memorial. For those that are looking to visit Longboat Key, there are various hotels to consider.
The Turtle Crawl Inn is a laid-back and affordable beachfront hotel that is surrounded by soft, white sands. It looks upon the scenic Gulf of Mexico. The inn features many different types of guest units, which range from standard hotel rooms to spacious one bedroom condominiums and secluded villas. All of the units are equipped with features, such as television, DVD and wireless high-speed Internet access. Many also have lanais or balconies. Some other highlights include a community swimming pool, private beach, shuffleboard court, barbecue area, guest laundry and putting green.
Turtle Crawl Inn
4235 Gulf of Mexico Dr.
Longboat Key, FL 34228
941-383-3788
turtlecrawlinn.com
The Sandpiper Inn is a beachfront hotel that has a quiet and peaceful atmosphere. The Sandpiper Inn has an entirely smoke-free policy. The units are comprised of everything from studios to roomy one and two bedroom apartments. The hotel offers picturesque views of both the Gulf of Mexico and tropical gardens. All of the units include features such as private patios, DVD players, cable television, toasters, coffeemakers, microwave ovens, freezers, refrigerators, dataports, telephones and free local phone calls. Other benefits of the Longboat Key accommodation include free guest parking--one spot per guest, barbecue area, shuffleboard, guest laundry for a nominal fee, private beach, heated swimming pool and lounge chairs.
Sandpiper Inn
5451 Gulf of Mexico Dr.
Longboat Key, FL 34228
941-383-2552
sandpiperinn.com
The Hilton Longboat Key Beachfront Resort is merely 12 miles away from both the city of Sarasota, and also from its international airport. The resort is also near area attractions, such as the Mote Marine Laboratory and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens. The 102 bright guest rooms blend Old World elegance with contemporary comforts. The in-room amenities include alarm radios, air conditioning, bathrobes, ironing facilities, blow dryers, cable television, honor bars, electronic security safes, electronic locks, two telephones, private voicemail, dataports, wireless high-speed Internet access, coffeemakers and audible alarms. Some other perks of the resort hotel include an on-site cafe, event and meeting facilities and a beachfront swimming pool.
Hilton Longboat Key Beachfront Resort
4711 Gulf Of Mexico Dr.
Longboat Key, FL 34228
941-383-2451
longboatkeyhilton.com
The Diplomat Beach Resort is a hotel that consists entirely of roomy condominium units. The resort is situated directly on the beach, and all of its condominiums feature pleasant Gulf of Mexico vistas. The hotel has a 100 percent non-smoking policy, and is steps away from the vibrant beach and recreational activities including shelling and swimming. Studio units are available, as are one and two bedrooms units. The in-room features include cable television, electric kitchens, private voicemail and complimentary wireless high-speed Internet access. Some other conveniences of the accommodation are guest laundry, fax service, sundeck, heated swimming pool and free guest parking.
The Diplomat Beach Resort
3155 Gulf of Mexico Dr.
Longboat Key, FL 34228
941-383-3791
diplomatresort.net